Hitachi ULTRAVISION L32S504 User Manual Page 1

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10Rear Panel JacksAntenna InputTo switch between Cable and Air, go to the Channels Menu option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page 40)

FIRST TIME USE11Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and FunctionsIn addition to controlling all of the functions on your Hitachi LCD TV, the new re

12Quick Setup GuidePerform the following steps to quickly setup your new Hitachi LCD Television Set.1. ANTENNA CONNECTIONUnless your LCD Television is

FIRST TIME USE13TV Setup WizardSetup Wizard (5/8)Please select TV RF tuning band ...Move SelectSELAirCablePrevious CancelThe sixth step will start the

14The SIDE panel VIDEO and S-VIDEO jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a Camcorder, DVD, Video Gam

FIRST TIME USE15Rear Panel ConnectionsCables are not included.NOTETIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ♦ COMPONENT Y-PbPr (COMPONENT 1 & 2) or HDMI (1

16Rear Panel Connections• Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back

FIRST TIME USE17NOTESRear Panel ConnectionsCONNECTING AN EQUIPMENT SOURCE WITH HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1 & HDMI 21. Connect the HDMI

18The Remote ControlPOWER buttonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off.DEVICE buttonsIn addition to controlling all the functions on your HITA

19REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your TVClosed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to With

2Important Safety Instructions To the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-44

20How to Use the Remote to Control your TVAutoUse this aspect mode to have the aspect mode change automatically by signal detector. 4:3 Use this aspec

21REMOTE CONTROLENERGY SAVE (E.SAVE) buttonUse this button to choose power consumption reduction settings based on 3 levels (Min, Medium, Max).

22How to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentNOTES• If your AV component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your AV com

23REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentMY CABLE BOX CODE IS:_____________________Refer to the instruction manual of the Cab

24How to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentMY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:_____________________Refer to the instruction manual of the DVD Playe

25REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentAVR Device ButtonMY AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER (AVR) CODE IS:______________________Refer

26Remote Control CodesCABLE Brand CODESA-MARK 0008,0144ABC 0237,0003,0008ACCUPHASE 0003ACORN 0237ACTION 0237ACTIVE 0237ADB 2092,2586ARCHER 0237BCC 027

27REMOTE CONTROLRemote Control CodesWARDS 0060,0035,0037 0048,0047,0081 0033,0240,0045 0000,0042,0043 0041,0072,0038 0479,0065,0046WHITE WESTINGHOUSE0

28On-Screen Display1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your Hitachi LCD TV.2. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons,

29ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSelects 4 audio presets (Custom,Standard, Movie, News).Adjust the intensity of low frequencies.Adjust the intensity of high frequen

3Important Safety InstructionsWarning• To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.• The LCD telev

30Select Video to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the video inputs, including Ana

31ON-SCREEN DISPLAYVideoAudioSetupChannelsMultimediaMPEG NR OffGamma 2AutoMidAuto20GammaBacklightAuto MovieReel120 MotionAspect RatioResetMove SelectS

32ResetThis function allows you to reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input source and return it to the Standard video modeVideoAudioSetupC

33ON-SCREEN DISPLAYAudioSelect Audio to adjust the sound to your preference.VideoAudioSetupChannelsMultimediaSound Mode StandardTable TopOnStereo48032

34SetupSet Sleep TimerSelect this feature to set your Sleep Timer from 5 minutes to 4 hours.1. Press the CURSOR PAD repeatedly to set y

35ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupMotion Picture Ratings TableNOT RATED Contains no rating. Not Rated (NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs. Movie has not been

36Current TimeSetupCanadian Ratings French TableG General - Programming intended for audiences of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence

37ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupClosed CaptionsClosed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which a

38SetupPower LEDSelect this feature to turn Off or On the Power LED indicator on the front panel on your TV.TransparencyThis function allows you to ch

39ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupComponent OptionsThis function allows you to adjust the phase between your TV and the Device with component output.VideoAudio

4Important Safety InstructionsCongratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips on mind:HITACHI CARES!•

40ChannelsSelect Channels to set your signal source options, run New Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List (Add chan

41ON-SCREEN DISPLAYChannels/MultimediaChannel LabelsUse this feature to give a name to any of the channels. VideoAudioSetupChannelsMultimediaSource Ai

42Equipment Care and TroubleshootingDODust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dr

43USEFUL INFORMATIONTroubleshootingSymptom and ChecklistSYMPTOM CHECKLIST PAGESNo picture - no sound • Check the Indicating lamp status (Off, Red, Bl

44Reception ProblemsIGNITION NOISE:Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may utter or drift. Usually caused by interfer

45USEFUL INFORMATIONFeatures and SpecicationsSupplied Accessories:• Remote Control• Batteries (AAA)• Power Cord• Owners Guide• Easy Graphic Guid

46Set DimensionsL32S504 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 26.5/12 Rear ViewUse as Reference for Wall Mount BracketUnits : Inches (

47USEFUL INFORMATIONSet DimensionsL42S504 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 41.9/19Units: Inches (mm)LOCATION OF THE AC POWER CORDHOL

48Service InformationHITACHI AMERICA, LTD.HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your Hitachi product.Should

49Limited WarrantyVALID ONLY INU.S.A.AND PUERTO RICO Congratulations on your purchase of a new Hitachi display product.LIMITED WARRANTYHitachi Americ

5PRECAUTIONS AND REMINDERS. 1234567890123456789012345678904 inchDo not place the unit on uneven surfaces, this may drop or damage the unit, it

50 End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV SoftwareEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWAREIMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User Lic

51LICENSE AGREEMENTSEnd User License Agreement for Open Source SoftwareOPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATIONThis Hitachi TV incorporates open sourc

52 End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareTERMS AND CONDITIONS0. Denitions.“This License” refers to version 3 of the GNU General Pub

53LICENSE AGREEMENTSEnd User License Agreement for Operating System Software• e) Convey the object code using peer-to-peer transmission, prov

54End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareIf you convey a covered work, knowingly relying on a patent license, and the Co

55APPENDIXESAppendixesAppendix A: Picture Format for Each Input SourceAspect Specications Yes: Available / --: Not AvailableInput Signal AspectAuto

56IndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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6AccessoriesCheck to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.For optional accessories, please access our

60Notes

FIRST TIME USE7• Do not block the ventilation holes of the LCD Television. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause overheating

8How To Install Your New Hitachi LCD TelevisionWALL MOUNTING SETUP STEP (1) : REMOVE THE STAND BASE FROM THE LCD TELEVISIONIn order to remove the stan

FIRST TIME USE9Side Panel Jacks & ControlsHeadphone jackUse this jack to connect headphones. POWER light indicatorTo turn the TV ON, press t